Motherhood Alliance Podcast

As humans, we are all unique! Listen in as our guest, Tabitha, a Family Nurse Practitioner and the owner of Loyly Family Practice, helps us understand how having a patient-centered provider can help your family thrive.    In this episode, we discuss: Why Tabitha chose to become to an independent nurse practitioner What it means to be a patient-centered provider Why being patient-centered is often...

Whether you feed your child with breast or bottle, there comes a time when the journey ends. It can be a bittersweet season, but it can also be challenging for the whole family. Listen in as Drea & Brit invite Abbey back to discuss practical tips for when you or baby are ready to wean.   In this episode, we discuss: How society's acceptance of breastfeeding has changed through generations Curr...

Whether you're a first-time or fifth-time parent, this episode is for you! Every baby comes with a unique feeding journey, and that's why we're thrilled to have Abbey back to offer her top tips on ensuring a smooth and stress-free breastfeeding experience.   In this episode, we discuss: How to prepare for the breastfeeding journey during pregnancy What causes breastfeeding pain and what to do abou...

Did you know that breast milk has many uses and benefits outside of feeding tiny humans? Listen in as Abbey McLaughlin, IBCLC, reveals the treasure that breast milk truly is! 🥇   In this episode, we discuss: What is breast milk made out of and how it changes throughout the day Benefits of breastfeeding for the mother How breast milk can improve gut health How breast milk can be a remedy outside o...

You never know what challenges will arise when feeding babies, which is why we recommend having a lactation consultant on speed dial at all times! In this episode, Drea & Brit welcome Abbey McLaughlin, a local IBCLC and the owner of Mal's Milky Way, so you can understand what a lactation consultant truly does, what they do not do, and why they should be included in every woman's birth team.  ...

Are you searching for a more natural solution to a physical, mental, or emotional challenge? Or are you someone who loves to learn about new ways to support your health? Join Drea & Brit as they welcome back Dawn, an alternative therapy expert, in this jam-packed episode, where she provides insight into some "outside the box" therapy solutions that could help improve your life.   In this episo...

According to American Cancer Society, breast cancer accounts for 30% of all cancers among women, and 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer sometime in her life. Join Drea, Brit, and Dawn as they discuss reasons why cancer may be so prevalent, as well as simple things you can do at home to help decrease your risk of experiencing a breast disease like cancer!   In this episode, we discuss: What th...

There are a plethora of natural therapies available in today's world, but which ones are appropriate for kids and what can they help with? Listen in as Dawn from Soteria Wellness Holistic Therapies empowers you with insight into unique, natural ways you can support your kids as they grow, experience sicknesses, overcome injuries, and more.   In this episode, we discuss: The power of human touch, e...

Do you feel like self-care is always on the back burner? You're not the only one! Tune in to hear Drea, Brit, and Dawn from Soteria Wellness Holistic Therapies share actionable tips to help you make self-care a priority and easily fit it into your life.   In this episode, we discuss: The definition of self-care Dawn's personal story of struggling with self-care and how it led to her passion in nat...

Fevers, colds, and knee scrapes are so common for babies, toddlers, and beyond. In this episode, Drea & Brit welcome Sandy back as she shares tips to help you feel like a prepared homeopathic expert within your own home, so you can support your kids in a natural way from infancy through puberty! 🦸‍♀️   In this episode, we discuss: The benefits of having a home kit Recommended books to guide y...

Can homeopathy help with _________? Yes! Find renewed hope as Sandy from Source Healing Homeopathy discusses how remedies can effectively reduce symptoms in both expected and unexpected ways!   In this episode, we discuss how homeopathic remedies can help with: Acute care (injuries, sicknesses) Chronic care (anxiety, depression, respiratory, IBS) Focused care (surgeries, childbirth) Postpartum rec...

Last week, in episode 1 of this 4-part series, we discussed what homeopathy is and how it works. In this episode, Sandy joins Drea & Brit again to help listeners understand how to confidently use homeopathic remedies! In this episode, we discuss: What substances homeopathic remedies are made from How remedies are made Potency levels (and what "x" or "c" means) Combining remedies: Is it safe? H...

Homeopathy is an alternative medicine option that has a rich and proven history for healing. Listen in as Sandy, the owner of Source Healing Homeopathy, breaks down what homeopathy is, how it works, and how it can help your family! In this episode, we discuss: The definition of homeopathy How homeopathy started and it's journey in popularity over the years (and why) The education path for a homeop...

A birth partner is a person chosen by a pregnant women to give support during the birthing process. But what should that support look like? Oftentimes, birth partners aren't sure how to help, leaving them feeling useless and "in the way". We're flipping the script! Listen in to hear today's guests, Katie, and Aubrey, give tips on how birth partners can turn labor and delivery from a cold, lonely-f...

The cascade of interventions can be scary to think about when preparing for birth and making choices during labor. The best way to combat fear is education, which is why we were excited to welcome Katie and Aubrey back onto the podcast to discuss what the cascade is and the secret weapon that can combat it: choice. In this episode, we discuss: What is the cascade of interventions (aka intervention...

Women have undeniable birthing instincts, as well as a deep innate desire for a certain type of birth experience. Tune in as Drea, Brit, and the ladies from Alba Birth Center (Katie Duncan, LPM and Aubrey Williams), unravel the mysteries of where these instincts come from and how women can embrace their built-in ancestral wisdom! In this episode, we discuss: What the birth experience looked like 1...

Midwifery has existed for centuries, yet many families don't know it's a birth option in our modern day. Tune in as Drea & Brit welcome Katie Duncan, LPM, and Aubrey Williams from Alba Birth center, as we lay the foundation regarding what midwifery is and how it can help to support birth in some surprising ways! In this episode, we discuss: What is a midwife and what do they do? Katie's journe...

Welcome to the Motherhood Alliance podcast! In this episode, Drea and Brit, the founders of the Motherhood Alliance, tell the story of how it was born and why.   The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families.   Motherhood Alliance directory & website Instagram (@mot...